ophthalmologist

noun

Definition of ophthalmologistnext
as in optometrist
a medical professional who studies and treats problems and diseases of the eye

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Recent Examples of ophthalmologist Inaba's diagnosis came in 2013 after an ophthalmologist referred her to a rheumatologist. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 In recent years, medical credit cards have made their way into the South Florida offices of dentists, ophthalmologists and other doctors as one way people can finance their care. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 That’s where his friend Carl Koller, an ophthalmologist at Vienna General Hospital, came in. — Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 1 July 2026 One thing that immediately stood out to me is that this under-eye cream is ophthalmologist-tested. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for ophthalmologist
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ophthalmologist
  1. optometrist
  2. doctor
  3. physician
  4. neurologist
  5. pediatrician
  6. gynecologist
  7. dermatologist
  8. internist
Noun
  • Among the sponsors was then-state legislator Mike Kreidler, a Democrat and optometrist who served 16 years in the Legislature and 24 as insurance commissioner.
    — Ashley Hiruko, ProPublica, 8 July 2026
  • Newton is a licensed optometrist who previously owned an eye clinic and graduated from Northeastern State University with a Doctor of Optometry degree.
    — Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 23 June 2026
Definition of optometrist
Noun
  • Hughes says that miscarriage concerns are common for pregnant women and that doctors are constantly discussing risks and benefits with their patients.
    — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Wray said doctors told the family that only about 20% of her son's brain is functioning.
    — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of doctor
Noun
  • Epic’s announcement comes at a time health insurance business practices are under fire from patients, physicians, lawmakers and regulators at both the state and federal level to reduce or get rid of prior authorization.
    — Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Investigators said those charged Monday include five people who submitted applications with a physician's signature certifying that each was legally blind or unable to walk more than 200 feet because of disabilities, according to court records.
    — Larry Seward, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of physician
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  • There are no tests that can definitively confirm a diagnosis of PD, but your neurologist might order some tests.
    — Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Look for a primary vet who understands special needs pets, and consider having a veterinary neurologist or other specialist available for guidance.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of neurologist
Noun
  • As for returning characters, lawyer Diane and pediatrician Terry have weathered their share of issues and are now focused on their children.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Those appointments could also strain pediatricians who typically administer the shots, while driving up costs tied to syringes and other medical supplies.
    — Matthew Perrone, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of pediatrician
Noun
  • An Army gynecologist charged with secretly video recording patients during exams pleaded not guilty Wednesday.
    — Mosheh Gains, NBC news, 13 Aug. 2026
  • But determining the true number of doctors providing obstetrician-gynecologist care in the state isn’t easy.
    — Laura Guido, Idaho Statesman, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of gynecologist
Noun
  • Dallas dermatologist Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand, MD, told New Beauty to sleep on your back on a fresh silk or satin pillowcase.
    — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Dallas dermatologist Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand recommends sleeping on your back on a fresh silk or satin pillowcase.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of dermatologist
Noun
  • Jeffrey Millstein is an internist and regional medical director for primary and specialty care at Penn Medicine.
    — Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Cara developed new symptoms over the course of the summer, including unexplained vomiting, and so her parents took her to see an internist in August.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026
Definition of internist

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